1339. Cheesy Baked Tomato Rice

I forget where I picked up the idea for this recipe but I do recall it was described as Indianish, which I though was intriguing. Besides the green chilli, there is not much Indian about this tomato rice, which is presented more as a gratin complete with broiled melty cheese on top.
Tomatoes are cooked down with some onion and chilli, then cooked rice is mixed in. The lot is spread into a baking dish and topped with cheddar before getting a quick broil to serve.



Ingredients:

2 Tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 small  green chili, finely chopped
10 medium roma tomatoes, diced
1 tsp salt
3 cups cooked basmati rice (from 1 cup dry rice)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese



Method:

In a large pan over medium-high heat, saute the onion and chile in the oil, until translucent and starts to lightly char, 5 to 7 minutes.
Increase the heat to high and add the tomatoes, lightly crushing as you stir. Cook until the tomatoes break down into a chunky sauce, 5 to 6 minutes, then add the salt.
Stir in the cooked rice then transfer the to a baking dish.
Evenly distribute the grated cheese over the top.
Switch the oven on to broil and place the baking dish on the top oven rack. Broil for about 3 minutes, until the top bubbles and turns golden brown. Serve immediately.

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